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Intellectual Property Associate (Chemistry) #20732

Vanguard-IP
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026

Mid-Sized GP Firm with Cravath level compensation.
National "Tier 1" in Patent & IP Litigation.
One of the most active firms representing petitioners at the PTAB, and complainants at the ITC.
A top 20 firm for Intellectual Property, as per Vault.
A collegial culture with helpful mentorship opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS
• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong background in patent drafting, prosecution, and strategy. Pharmaceutical prosecution experience preferred.
• Experience with USPTO communications and familiarity with diligence matters, such as clearance studies and opinion work.
• Ability to support the technical aspects of litigation as needed.
• Must be licensed to practice before the USPTO or qualified to sit for the patent bar.

SUMMARY
Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10 years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY
At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

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